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Friday, December 10, 2010

It's beginning to look a lot like holiday shopping festivities and cookie madness! Super excited for this weekend, hopefully filled with frivolous foodie fun. Tonight I'm breaking out the baking for a little cookie exchange... still haven't decided on what I'm going to whip up apres work.

Tomorrow, the foodie in me, paired with the nerd in my boyfriend, are finally falling into harmonious sync with the Capcom vs Marvel Food Fight! Here's to hoping we'll actually make it in, but if all else fails, at least we'll be downtown and can swing by the Holiday Pop-Up's to get our shopping madness on.

I'm still trying to convince my girls to hit up the Snowball with me, but if not, it is the season of holiday parties and my dance card is pretty packed.

And then on Sunday || 1 year anniversary!! || not of the blog, but of the boyfriend ;-). Doing a little shopping, a little drinking and a little noming, probably followed by an evening of snuggling because we're that gross cutesy couple that make other people gag. Go ahead Lolly. Gag away.

All WeekendUnique LA's 3rd Annual Holiday Show & Artisanal LA Holiday Pop-Up Sale11am - 6pm || Saturday & Sunday
I know where I'm going to get my holiday shopping done this weekend. There are two fantastic events which feature over 300 local artisans & culinary masterminds. Unique LA is essentially like shopping Etsy IRL. It's a great chance to find extremely unique gifts for your closest friends (and maybe pick up a few for yourself.) Artisanal LA on the other hand is like gourmet food paradise. They won't be featuring any Lord of the Flies moments like last time, this event is strictly a pop-up. Plus you can use admission to one event as a discount for the other, and admission is good for both days!!

Holiday Mingling Soiree at Spanish Kitchen7pm - 9pm
Join us for a unique evening, indulge in gourmet food influenced by the southern
regions of Mexico as diverse as Chiapas, Veracruz, Oaxaca, Puebla, Yucatan, Campeche and Quintana Roo.. some recipes dating back hundreds of years.. Discover wines from Spain, Argentina and Chile.. Mingle in a relaxed social setting.. Come by yourself or with friends and meet other angelenos during a fun and entertaining night! $15 pre-sale. $20 at the door. Price includes welcome glass of wine, as well as complimentary gourmet appetizers catered by the Spanish Kitchen. Regular drink and food menu will also be available. Spanish Kitchen, 826 North La Cienega Boulevard, West HollywoodHoliday Mingling Soiree @ Spanish Kitchen.

Endless Chocolate Nights at Oliverio 7:30pm - 11pm
Fridays and Saturdays from now on, if you drop by the pool at Oliverio at the Avalon, you’ll find a truly giant spread of chocolate. As much as you can eat. Think chocolate pastries... and boozy chocolate ice cream shots... and chocolate pizza... and mini chocolate pancakes. No word on white-chocolate french toast. (UD) $28/person, $17 w/dinner. Oliverio, 9400 West Olympic Boulevard, Beverly Hills http://www.avalonbeverlyhills.com/dining/oliverio.html

Marvel vs Capcom 3 Food Fight11am - 3pm
Nerds meet the foodies. This is the ultimate battle between Chef Eric Greenspan of the Foundry on Melrose vs the always gorgeous Chef Ludo Lefebvre. They will compete with dishes inspired by Marvel vs Capcom 3, and while they're getting their cheffage on, the rest of the crowd will be battling to their hearts delight at this pre-VGA party. They're also hosting a VGA viewing party at the same location starting at 4pm. Expect lots of crowds! They're only letting in about the first 200 people who arrive. Kim Sing Theatre, 722 N. Figueroa Street, Los Angeles Follow on Twitter.

BOND APPÉTIT: James Bond, Foodie10:30 a.m.
James Bond is best remembered as a drinker, but food historian Linda Civitello has researched period cookbooks, Ian Fleming's novels and other sources to develop a set of dishes Bond might have enjoyed after his famous cocktail. Hear Civitello talk about Bond's dining during a free lecture (call 323-663-5407 to reserve a spot) presented by the Culinary Historians of Southern California. Mark Taper Auditorium, Downtown Central Library, 630 W. 5th St., Downtownchscsite.org Two Point Oh! First Annual Snowball8pm
Join us as Two Point Oh! LA and friends gather in the stunning Pacific Electric Lofts, Penthouse Ballroom, to eat, drink and be merry as well as raise money for the Downtown Women's Center of Los Angeles. Ticket prices include an Open Bar, goodie bag worth over $300, photobooth, food & desserts from My Delight Cupcakery, Access to the Be VainGlorious or DIY Trying Lounge (make your own accessories!) Access to the So Much Pretty Beauty Lounge (hair & make-up touch-ups + giveaways!) And to make you feel a little better about the indulging... your donation to the Downtown Women's Center. $30. Penthouse ballroom, 610 S. Main Street, Los Angeleshttp://snowball10.eventbrite.com/

Hermosa Beach Snow Fest3pm - 8pm
Hermosa Beach will be turned into a snowboarding park this weekend! 30 tons of snow will be dumped on the slope of Pier Avenue and will be transformed into a legitimate ski run. Get a seat out on one of the patios and take in some riding followed by some holiday spirit with the Christmas Tree lighting. This awesome South Bay Event is sponsored by Mammoth Mountain, HB Chamber of Commerce, Rockstar and many others. From 6:30-8 pm, there will be PUBLIC sledding! Don't miss this one... Hermosa Beach PierPlazaSnow Fest